By Catherine Friesen, Chalkbeat Twelve years ago, when I left a career as a lawyer to become a history teacher, my vision of what a “good teacher” looked like was shaped in part by movies, such as “Stand and Deliver” and “To Sir, With Love,” which depict teachers who...
The Philadelphia Board of Education's has taken a bold step towards the potential closure of Franklin Towne Charter High School in response to allegations of discrimination stemming from the school's admissions process. The board's move follows a meeting that...
In the heart of the American education system lies a pressing crisis - a severe shortage of teachers that has left schools scrambling for educators. As school districts grapple with the challenges posed by the dwindling number of teachers, a bipartisan push to...
Homeschooling, an alternative to traditional classroom education, has gained popularity in recent years due to its numerous benefits. It offers a flexible learning environment where parents or guardians take responsibility for their child's education. While...
The coronavirus pandemic has brought about a momentous surge in homeschooling in the United States, reshaping the landscape of education. Despite schools reopening and widespread vaccine availability, a substantial number of parents have chosen to continue...
Embarking on the homeschooling journey can be an exciting and fulfilling decision for parents seeking to provide a personalized and tailored education for their children. However, before taking the leap into homeschooling, it's important to have a solid understanding...
The modern homeschooling movement emerged in the 1970s with the influential voices of educational theorist John Holt and his friend Raymond Moore. Holt, a supporter of school reform, argued against the oppressive nature of formal schools, promoting a method known as...
Anthaea-Grace Patricia Dennis, a 12-year-old prodigy, has etched her name in Canadian history as the youngest person to graduate from university. Her remarkable accomplishment was realized at the convocation ceremony held at the University of Ottawa, where she...
Melvin M. Ledesma and Astral Battiste have been named the 2022-2023 District Teachers of the Year in the U.S. Virgin Islands, recognizing their outstanding contributions to education. Ledesma, a math teacher at the Bertha C. Boschulte Middle School (BCB) in the St....
Konelio Alofaituli, an outstanding educator at Manu'a High School, Ta'u Island in Manu'atele, has been named the 2023 American Samoa Teacher of the Year. This prestigious recognition celebrates his exceptional contributions to the field of education. "I'm so inspired...